City: Pichincha Province
Top Things to do in Pichincha Province
What to do and see in Pichincha Province, Ecuador: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Pichincha (Spanish pronunciation: [piˈtʃintʃa]) is a province of Ecuador located in the northern sierra region; its capital and largest city is Quito. It is bordered by Imbabura and Esmeraldas to the north, Cotopaxi and Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas to the south, Napo and Sucumbíos to the east, and Esmeraldas and Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas to the west.
Restaurants in Pichincha Province
1. Bee Farm Shunku
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
BEE FARM IS A PLACE DEDICATED TO RECONNECT OURSELVES WITH HONEYBEES AND PLANET EARTH. YOU CANT LOVE WHAT YOU DONT KNOW. OUR MISSION IS TO REPLACE THE FEELING OF FEAR FOR GRATITUDE AND RESPECT FOR HONEYBEES. iN THE ANDES SHUNKU, IN THE EASTERN SLOPES OF CORAZON VOLCANO, THATS WHERE BEE FARM IS. SOMEWHERE TO SHARE WITH FAMILY, LEARN, RELAX AND RECONNECT WITH THE ESSENTIAL.
Reviewed By onmich - Burlington, Canada
Just returned from a glorious visit to Gabby and David's Bee Farm. This place is magical, so beautiful and so welcoming for guests. Gabby will teach you a great deal about the importance of bees and sustainable protection, and David will fill your belly with beautiful organic food. Not to be forgotten are the sweet dogs who are often under your feet - but with a face like Chica - how can you refuse. Thank you Gabby and David for a glorious experience!
2. Hacienda La Jesus
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
The Hacienda "La Jesus" seeks that its visitors interact in our farm. We have guided tours in which you will learn about the maintenance of our plants, care of our cattle and milking of cows as well as sharing with a variety of domestic animals. We are nature lovers so we have animals that are friendly with our visitors. Do not hesitate to visit us, remember, we have everything in one place.
3. Finca Casa Frajares
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
We offer a fascinating tourist and coffee experience, in the subtropical environment of the Northwest of Quito in Nanegalito. Recommended for coffee lovers and for those who appreciate its unique flavors and aromas. All the activities are experiential which allows the visitor to enjoy this experience, while learning about the production process of Ecuadorian specialty coffee.
Reviewed By juanrF4082OP - Quito, Ecuador
You can’t imagine how beautiful this coffee shop is when you arrive, you have to wait until you pass the parking lot to appreciate the gorgeous house, view and ambiance. The coffee is excellent and the appetizers too. Good bolon and tasty humitas. Very nice service too. I totally recommend this place. It’s a new must to visit close to Quito.
4. Fundacion Iglesia de la Compania
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,974 reviews
This Jesuit church is a masterpiece of baroque and Quiteno-colonial art with lavish golden altars and gilded columns, making it one of the most ornate structures in Ecuador.
Reviewed By tomy476 - Chicago, United States
Fundación Iglesia de la Compañía is a must see visit while in Quito. The $5 entry for tourists is well worth it. From floor to ceilings the cathedral of an overload of beauty for the eyes with gold inlay everywhere, carvings, statues, murals... While there Without a guided tour I listened in on a few guided groups and would recommend doing that. If you want, this would be an ideal place for a longer silent spiritual retreat like visit to take the beauty in...
5. Iglesia y Convento de San Francisco
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,677 reviews
Established in 1536 by Franciscan monks, this magnificent architectural masterpiece features a museum in its convent with art from the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.
Reviewed By georgesB4777WE - Miami Beach, United States
This is the oldest church in Quito (from the 16th century) and one of the most beautiful. Though one can argue that the Jesuit one is more “uber” than this church, it, nevertheless is “uber-magnificent” also. It is relatively plain from the outside, but its baroque inside explodes and takes your breath away. The main altar and the side altars are beautifully gilded and carved. Its decorated ceilings remind me of a Moorish design, probably coming from Spain. Every inch of the interior is covered with gilt or art. A site that cannot be missed. The admission to the church is free and photos during services are prohibited. The convent and museum next door however, charges a $4 admission fee and has a separate entrance.
6. Catedral de Santo Domingo de los Colorados
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
7. Santo Domingo Church (Iglesia de Santo Domingo)
8. Plaza de la Independencia (Plaza Grande)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,477 reviews
Located in the heart of the Old City, this busy plaza honors those heroes who started the movement toward independence from Spain.
Reviewed By CBPolitico
What an amazing place, the core plaza in old town, it has the Presidential Palace, the Bishop's palace and other old, government buildings. The place will be crawling with municipal, military and federal police. The smell of pot is always lingering in the air (be careful though, with all the police locals seem safe and able to smoke, but if you are seen paying for anything you could be in trouble). It is alive! There is so much going on in this space - music at all times, not planned, but spontaneous. People show up with their instruments and play throughout the day, singers will just set up and sing - not even for money, but for the joy of it. You can sit here all day - see it lit at night
9. Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 462 reviews
The city’s main cathedral contains the tomb of Field Marshal Antonio Jose de Sucre, Quito’s liberator, and The Holy Shroud, a magnificent 18th-century sculpture by Manuel Chili Caspicara.
Reviewed By MichelDoortmont - Groningen, The Netherlands
A good example of an early Spanish colonial cathedral with local details, with added museum. Apart from the many chapels and the great exterior and interior of the building, what struck us was the friendly atmosphere inside. When we visited, a children's choir was practicing and his was a joy to attend. Friendly people too, who are quite willing to engage socially.
10. El Panecillo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,581 reviews
Resembling a type of small bread (panecillo), this hill makes an excellent observation point over Quito and features La Virgen del Panecillo, a majestic sculpture that can be seen from any location in the city.
Reviewed By georgesB4777WE - Miami Beach, United States
This is a hill which overlooks Quito. It is topped with a huge statue of The Virgin Mary and can be seen from the city even at night, when the statue is bathed in white light. The hill (shaped like a loaf of bread) is at Quito’s southern end (close to Old Town) and can be reached by either a city bus or via a cheap Uber ride. There is a restaurant (Pimms) on the top and there is no admission fee. The views of the city from the top are great and, in my opinion, superior to the ones from TeleferiQo. There is a $2 admission should you want to climb the stairs inside the silver aluminum statue of the Virgin. BTW, the City hop-on bus generally makes an extended stop here and you can take some wonderful pictures. A must-see!!
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